Looking for a café in Oulu by the water? If you’re craving a peaceful spot to unwind, enjoy a cup of quality coffee, and take in the views of Hartaanselkä, the Olosaunа café is well worth a visit.
Located on the shores of Hartaanselkä, the café offers a welcoming environment for locals and visitors alike. It’s open to everyone, so you’re free to stop by and soak up the atmosphere even without a sauna booking.
Artisan Coffee and Flavors at the River Estuary
Time slows down at our café. We serve carefully selected artisan coffee, tea, nourishing snacks, and a range of savory and sweet treats.
- Quality artisan coffee and tea
- Nourishing snacks and delicious bites
- Refreshing drinks, including sparkling water, juices, beer, and sparkling wine
- Local character and flavors that do good for both mind and body
Drinks can be taken into the sauna or out to the dock, making them part of the full sauna experience. Please note that bringing your own drinks is not permitted, so that everyone enjoys the same quality experience.
A Café That Completes the Sauna Experience
A great sauna experience in Oulu doesn’t end in the changing room. It continues on the dock, coffee in hand, as your body cools down and your mind finds its calm.
At Olosaunа, the café and sauna work together. Sauna drinks are an essential part of the experience, and the right drink at the right moment makes a sauna session all the more memorable.
- Bring sparkling water or juice into the sauna with you
- Enjoy a cold beer or glass of sparkling wine on the dock after your sauna
- End the evening with an artisan coffee at our café in a relaxed atmosphere
A waterside café makes it easy — not just possible — to slow down and stay a while.
Oulu Gets a New Kind of Gathering Place
A café in Oulu where you can simply be is a rare thing. Most places hustle customers along. We don’t.
The Olosaunа café on Hartaanselkä is an open meeting place where city residents, travelers, and neighbors sit under the same roof. In summer, the river estuary draws you outside; in winter, the indoor space offers warmth and quiet.
- Summer: sunlight reflects off the water, the atmosphere is relaxed and alive
- Autumn: the colors change, the aroma of coffee fills the room, and a gentle stillness settles in
- Winter: a warm interior, the allure of an ice-swimming hole outside, and the return to the café feels like a reward
- Spring: the light returns, and the café near Oulu city center comes back to life
The café on Hartaanselkä is a year-round experience — not just a summer destination.
Reserve the Space or Just Drop In
You’re welcome to visit the café at any time without a reservation. No sauna booking required, no planning, no special reason needed.
If you’re looking for more, we also have a versatile space available for groups, corporate events, and private functions. Browse all of Olosaunа’s services or book the space directly — the Olosaunа café is perfect for wrapping up a team day or celebrating a small occasion with friends.
A few practical details about space rentals:
- Space rentals are available on most weekday evenings and during the day on weekends
- On Tuesdays, the public sauna is closed, but space rentals are still available
- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings are reserved for the general public and are not available for private rentals
A café in Oulu where you can both relax in your own time and gather as a group is a rare combination. At Olosaunа, it’s simply part of everyday life.
Come as you are. Alone or with company, in good spirits or carrying a few worries. You’ll leave feeling lighter than when you arrived. Explore what our café has to offer and plan your visit — or simply stop by whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit the café without a sauna booking?
Yes. Everyone is always welcome at the café without a sauna booking. Come and enjoy the coffee, the atmosphere, and the views at your own pace.
Can I bring drinks into the sauna?
Yes. Drinks purchased at the café may be taken into the sauna and out to the dock. It’s all part of the experience.
What kinds of sauna drinks are available?
We offer sparkling water, juices, soft drinks, beer, and sparkling wine. We also serve artisan coffee and tea to enjoy before or after your sauna.
Can I bring my own drinks?
Bringing your own drinks is not permitted. All drinks must be purchased on-site at our café.
Where is the Olosaunа café located?
The café is located at Hartaanselänranta, on the floating Olosaunа, close to Oulu city center. The modern village sauna is easy to reach and offers a truly unique waterside setting.
